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A public bridleway in Beaminster is temporarily closed

Regular physical activity can boost cardiovascular health, mood and energy levels, as well as enhancing flexibility, balance, and reducing the risk of falls.

The Aurora Borealis stunned the nation last year, with dazzling light displays being visible as far south as Dorset, Essex, Cambridgeshire and Berkshire

Pictures have captured a mysterious crop circle near to Lyme Regis

A huge fire risked becoming out of control during the early hours

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Firefighters waited with two dogs locked in a car

An illegal rave prompted a response from firefighters

Dorset is set to sizzle this week as a heatwave grips the county amid warnings of "tropical nights" ahead

As the Bridport and Lyme Regis News reaches 170 years, we remember how the area mourned the death of Queen Elizabeth II

THE public is being reminded to only call 999 in an emergency after an increase in emergency calls being received

A DORSET MP believes the government's u-turn on controversial welfare cuts 'do not address all concerns'

Hay fever sufferers are seeking relief as pollen count levels top 'very high' across the UK on the hottest day of 2025 so far.

Nothing beats a day at the beach - especially when your four‑legged friend is right by your side, chasing waves and sniffing salty breezes

See how well you know these Dorset landmarks with this quiz

Here's what the much loved author Jane Austen did when she spent time in the Dorset seaside village of Charmouth

NHS-registered online pharmacy PillTime is warning people about taking hay fever tablets with certain medication and alcohol.

New Government plans could see supermarkets fined if they do not sell healthier food in a bid to tackle obesity.

Residents are furious after bins were removed from East Beach causing a build up litter ahead of peak season

Have you visited TripAdvisor's highest-rated attraction in the Bridport area - we bet you have

With a blistering hot weekend, there are plenty of things to do in Dorset to enjoy whilst the sun is shining.

A son is taking on a gruelling fundraiser for his ‘selfless’ mother who tragically died of cancer

A business owner is appealing for a hit and run driver to come forward after approximately £4,000 of damage was caused to his cars

A tractor was completely destroyed in a fire in the early hours of this morning

FUTURE years are likely to get tougher for Dorset Council with a predicted Government squeeze on spending.

An amber heat-health alert has been issued for the South West this weekend

Huge queues of traffic have been reported along the A35.

Temperatures in Dorset will be heating up across the weekend as the Met Office says another heatwave is on the way

KIDS will be given the chance to take part in a summer reading challenge thanks to a generous donation

Residents of a Dorset village are being urged to stay 'vigilant' following a theft

Campers have set up tents under a dangerous cliff – directly next to debris from a previous rockfall

Councillors have argued a new booking system will ruin the ‘wonderful’ tip in Bridport

A barber has been left devasted after his mobile van was destroyed in a fire last this morning

A fawn has been left with a broken leg following a dog attack

Police have ramped up patrols in Dorset villages following a spate of incidents.

REFURBISHMENTS are being planned for a Bridport town centre property.

People can die from Salmonella via dehydration or if the bacteria enters the bloodstream, which can lead to sepsis — a life-threatening reaction

Last year, the UK continued to experience some occurrences of Asian Hornets.

A woman has received a fine and points on her driving licence after pleading guilty to inconsiderate driving

An appeal has been launched after a child was allegedly bitten by a dog in Lyme Regis

CHANGES are proposed at Askerswell House including the installation of a therapy pool and physio’ area, disabled-friendly new doorways and an internal lift.

AN AGRICULTURAL occupancy condition has been removed from a cottage at Lower Holditch.

A special service took place for a final time to remember more than 800 people who lost their lives as a result of a torpedo strike in the second world war

Discover more about "Britain's most venomous" spider - the noble false widow, from where you'll find it in the UK to how dangerous it is.

A provisional high of 33.2C was recorded by the Met Office on June 21, making it the warmest day so far of 2025

The government is issuing an urgent warning to pet owners following the discovery of toxic chemicals in fake flea treatments

The Lyme Regis Midsummer party at Lister Gardens was hailed a huge success by organisers following a day of great weather and brilliant entertainment.

A FESTIVAL to celebrate the life of a talented and much-loved teenager has been described as 'perfect' by her parents

Resident of a west Dorset village have been left without power today